amandaelder4 26 Posted June 4, 2016 I am having surgery on July 5th and I am very excited yet nervous at the same time. I have always been a bit over weight but after 2 kids the weight has just piled on. I carry the majority of my weight in my legs, a true pear shape. I am just wanting to know if there are any others out there that are in the same place or have lost the weight starting out with such excess weight in the legs. I get a little worried that the weight will never leave me no matter what I do. I am sure that is vey silly! thanks everyone! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Christinamo7 4,042 Posted June 4, 2016 my weight was more in my belly - apple shape when heavy, hourglass at normal weight. but I will say almost everyone thinks they will be the exception and it won't work. we hardly dare to hope! but when you follow the program after surgery it does work. it's a wild ride. Do you see my ticker that my weight is now 199? I haven't seen that number in 16 years. crazy. once you get through the first month - because recovering from surgery is always rough - it is a beautiful thing! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LisaMergs 2,854 Posted June 4, 2016 Wohoo!!! @@Christinamo7 Under 200!!! Onederland!!!! So happy for you!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Christinamo7 4,042 Posted June 4, 2016 thanks, @@LisaMergs this was a big goal met. next is 180, that was the weight I was when I married my husband. guessing 3 months or so from now will maybe reach that goal? not really putting a time frame on it, just guessing. I know it slows down as you go along. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LisaMergs 2,854 Posted June 4, 2016 Remind me when you started??? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Christinamo7 4,042 Posted June 4, 2016 my surgery was February 17. my high weight was the spring before. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OutsideMatchInside 10,166 Posted June 5, 2016 @@amandaelder4 I have lost the majority of my weight in my lower body. To the point it has changed my body composition, so yes you can lose a lot of weight off your legs. The weight I have left is in my arms, stomach and I have a little back fat left. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
amandaelder4 26 Posted June 5, 2016 @@amandaelder4 I have lost the majority of my weight in my lower body. To the point it has changed my body composition, so yes you can lose a lot of weight off your legs. The weight I have left is in my arms, stomach and I have a little back fat left. That is wonderful to hear! Thank you. Sent from my SM-G920P using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Inner Surfer Girl 12,015 Posted June 6, 2016 I am having surgery on July 5th and I am very excited yet nervous at the same time. I have always been a bit over weight but after 2 kids the weight has just piled on. I carry the majority of my weight in my legs, a true pear shape. I am just wanting to know if there are any others out there that are in the same place or have lost the weight starting out with such excess weight in the legs. I get a little worried that the weight will never leave me no matter what I do. I am sure that is vey silly! thanks everyone!I carry most of my weight in my lower body and have severe lymph edema/lipoedema in my legs. I was surprised to see that I did start losing fat in my legs right away. I figured it would be the last to go. I have lost over 200 pounds and I definitely look like a melting snowman but I do continue to see changes in my butt, hips, thighs/legs. I also started physical therapy for my lymphedema after surgery which makes a big difference. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
amandaelder4 26 Posted June 6, 2016 I am having surgery on July 5th and I am very excited yet nervous at the same time. I have always been a bit over weight but after 2 kids the weight has just piled on. I carry the majority of my weight in my legs, a true pear shape. I am just wanting to know if there are any others out there that are in the same place or have lost the weight starting out with such excess weight in the legs. I get a little worried that the weight will never leave me no matter what I do. I am sure that is vey silly! thanks everyone!I carry most of my weight in my lower body and have severe lymph edema/lipoedema in my legs. I was surprised to see that I did start losing fat in my legs right away. I figured it would be the last to go. I have lost over 200 pounds and I definitely look like a melting snowman but I do continue to see changes in my butt, hips, thighs/legs. I also started physical therapy for my lymphedema after surgery which makes a big difference. @innersurfergirl thank you so much for your response. I had just recently read an article about lipodemea and wondered if I may have had this for some time and was just never diagnosed. I wonder if I may be able to send you a message to pick your brain about some things, I would love to get your direct input since it sounds like you know exactly where I am coming from. Thank you again! Sent from my SM-G920P using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Inner Surfer Girl 12,015 Posted June 6, 2016 I am having surgery on July 5th and I am very excited yet nervous at the same time. I have always been a bit over weight but after 2 kids the weight has just piled on. I carry the majority of my weight in my legs, a true pear shape. I am just wanting to know if there are any others out there that are in the same place or have lost the weight starting out with such excess weight in the legs. I get a little worried that the weight will never leave me no matter what I do. I am sure that is vey silly! thanks everyone!I carry most of my weight in my lower body and have severe lymph edema/lipoedema in my legs. I was surprised to see that I did start losing fat in my legs right away. I figured it would be the last to go. I have lost over 200 pounds and I definitely look like a melting snowman but I do continue to see changes in my butt, hips, thighs/legs. I also started physical therapy for my lymphedema after surgery which makes a big difference. @innersurfergirl thank you so much for your response. I had just recently read an article about lipodemea and wondered if I may have had this for some time and was just never diagnosed. I wonder if I may be able to send you a message to pick your brain about some things, I would love to get your direct input since it sounds like you know exactly where I am coming from. Thank you again! Sent from my SM-G920P using the BariatricPal App Sure. I'd be glad to help. PM me anytime. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chycky 671 Posted July 6, 2016 I too had lipodema in legs and i would say that immediately post-op my legs lost a LOT of fluid! i was very happy to welcome back my ankles w/in first week! I know there is a lot more to go and they are by no means skinny, but it was a comfort and visible change that was immediate! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
amandaelder4 26 Posted July 10, 2016 Excellent. I am 2 days post op and I do feel like my legs are a bit squishier than before. I look forward to seeing the progress. Sent from my SM-G920P using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chycky 671 Posted July 11, 2016 Excellent. I am 2 days post op and I do feel like my legs are a bit squishier than before. I look forward to seeing the progress. Sent from my SM-G920P using the BariatricPal App Please consider to share your progress. For me, I feel good about losing so far but also feel impatient for it to go down with so much more to lose for goal! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
amandaelder4 26 Posted July 11, 2016 Excellent. I am 2 days post op and I do feel like my legs are a bit squishier than before. I look forward to seeing the progress. Sent from my SM-G920P using the BariatricPal App Please consider to share your progress. For me, I feel good about losing so far but also feel impatient for it to go down with so much more to lose for goal!I would love to share my progress. How far along are you on your journey? Sent from my SM-G920P using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
